Head of Learning, Religious Studies. Tagged

Pompallier Catholic College; Northland; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic educational institution in Northland is seeking a Head of Learning for Religious Studies. The role includes leading the department, overseeing curriculum development, and participating in religious instruction. Candidates must be qualified teachers with experience in Religious Studies. The position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, starting in 2026.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in teaching Religious Studies.
• Willingness to participate in religious instruction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Religious Studies department.
• Participate in religious instruction.
• Collaborate with school leadership on initiatives.

Skills

Religious Studies expertise

Curriculum development

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified and registered teacher

Job description

Overview

We are a Catholic, state-integrated, co-ed school for Y7 to 13, in the Marist tradition. Full time, permanent position commencing term 1, 2026.

Role

Head of Learning, Religious Studies. This is a tagged (Cl 47) position. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and experienced Religious Studies teacher, leading the Religious Studies department.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Religious Studies department, including curriculum development and student learning outcomes.
• Participate in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of the school.
• Collaborate with school leadership on teaching and learning initiatives and departmental planning.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified and registered teacher with relevant experience in Religious Studies.
• Willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction in line with the school’s character (tagged position).

Salary and Terms

The terms and conditions, including base salary, are set by the relevant collective agreement. The base salary in 2026 for trained and registered teachers will range from $61,329 to $103,086, depending on qualifications and experience. Individual salary will be established by a salary assessment once the role is confirmed.

Application

Please email to request an application pack, including the job description.

Location

Physical address: State Highway 14, Maunu, Whangarei

Postal Address: PO Box 10042, Te Mai, Whangarei, 0143